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Salmon (with Creamy Garlic Dijon Sauce)

Salmon (with Creamy Garlic Dijon Sauce)

This elegant dish is the ideal choice for a gourmet dinner at home. The creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet sauce will blow your mind!
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 4- 6 oz skinless salmon filets
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp cornstarch
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced finely minced
  • ¼ cup dry white wine (or additional broth)
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tsp small capers, well drained
  • 1 tbsp freshly chopped dill

Instructions

  • Cook the filets: Season the filets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add 1 tbsp of olive oil.
  • Once the oil is shimmering, place the salmon filets, top side down. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes, or until they release easily from the pan.
  • Carefully flip the filets and cook them for 3-4 minutes on the other side or until the center (looked at it sideways) is still slightly dark pink. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  • Make the creamy sauce: In a small bowl, combine the heavy cream, cornstarch, honey, and Dijon mustard until smooth
  • Using the same skillet (without cleaning it), sauté the minced garlic ( add more oil if needed) over medium heat for 30 seconds and pour in the white wine. Scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze.
  • Add the chicken broth and simmer until reduced by half.
  • Gradually whisk in the heavy cream mixture to avoid lumps, and let the sauce thicken a little (it should coat the back of a spoon). Do not let it boil. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in the freshly chopped dill and capers and return the filets to the skillet. Coat them with the sauce and serve warm over rice and with a side of veggies for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Never place a salmon filet in a cold skillet or it will not brown properly.
  • Do not boil the sauce after adding the heavy cream, just bring it to a gentle simmer.
  • Add the capers and dill after removing the sauce from the heat so they stay fresh.
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Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 25g